Barry County
Letter to the Editor — Jeanette Johnson: Mid-term election about form of government
Thank you for expressing your concerns about politics and inviting us to express our opinions, a wonderful part of our Bill of Rights.
Community Voices — Merlyn Johnson: New grading system coming to Missouri
Missouri is moving forward with a new A-F School and District Grading Framework designed to give parents and the public a simplified picture of academic performance.
Through the Years, Sept 23
30 YEARS AGO: HOOPIN' IT UP — The Rotary Club sponsored a Hoop-It-Up 3-on-3 basketball tournament last Saturday. During the tournament, 28 teams competed on four courts simultaneously.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Sept. 23
Hi, I’m John Bee, a striking black and white kitten ready to take on the world! At just 3 months old, I’m an adventurous and energetic little guy who’s already litter box trained — one less thing to worry about.
Devotional Column — William Hodgson: The economics of Jesus
Most of Jesus’ parables began with a comparison identified like “the Kingdom of God is like…”
Exeter fire chief hangs up his hat
Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, marked 40 years of service for Exeter Fire Protection District Chief Donnie Chadd, who decided that it was a good day to retire.
Music, dance, cars shake in Shell Knob
Hudson, with Ignite Dance, of Berryville, Ark., performs a competition award-winning number on the stage at Shakin' in the Shell on Saturday.
Petroleum leaks investigated
Missouri currently has no laws which require property owners and landlords to disclose the presence of hazardous waste sites on nearby properties to prospective buyers and tenants – even though waste from those sites often has the potential for migrating through soil and groundwater, sometimes miles beyond the source of contamination.
All hands on deck!
Jacob Terry, left, 7, watches his father, Tim Terry, of Cassville, puts screws a bed frame being built by Sleep in Heavenly Peace volunteers on Saturday at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Cassville.
Man charged with assault after ramming vehicle
A Golden man has been charged with a felony following an altercation where a shotgun was pulled and vehicle was allegedly rammed.
